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Natchez National Historical Park

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Last checked Oct 24, 2026, 9:57 PM ET

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William Johnson House Reopens!

The first floor exhibit hall of the William Johnson House is now open to the public daily from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Due to construction, the second floor family living quarters remain closed at this time.

Last updated by NPS: Jul 29, 2025

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Melrose Mansion Guided Tours

Reservations for guided tours of the mansion must be made on Recreation.gov. The tour is $11.00 and are at 10, 11, 2, 3, and 4; masks are optional. The estate is open daily from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The grounds and outbuildings are free.

Last updated by NPS: Mar 24, 2025

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Natchez Visitor Center Closed

The Natchez Visitor Center is closed for the renovation of the public lobby area. For those seeking visitor information, we direct you to VisitNatchez at the Depot on Boundary Street. Or their website, VisitNatchez.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Last updated by NPS: Aug 26, 2024

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Face masks are now optional

As Covid-related numbers have dipped below the CDC determined High Rate of Transmission in Adams County, Mississippi, face masks are no longer required in all NPS buildings at Natchez National Historical Park. Wearing of face masks is optional.

Last updated by NPS: Mar 9, 2022

Weather alerts (National Weather Service)

No active NWS watches, warnings or advisories for the forecast zone and county at the park's central point.

About this site

Discover the history of all the peoples of Natchez, Mississippi, from European settlement, African enslavement, the American cotton economy, to the Civil Rights struggle on the lower Mississippi River.

Type
National Historical Park
State
Mississippi
Address
640 South Canal Street, Natchez, MS 39120

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